Senior Graphic Designer

About Coastal Carolinas Marketing Coastal Carolinas Marketing is a full-service advertising and marketing agency based in Wilmington, North Carolina, serving clients across a variety of industries and markets. We specialize in developing strategic, creative and results-driven marketing solutions that help businesses strengthen their brands, connect with their audiences and achieve their goals.

Our services include brand development, creative design, traditional and digital advertising, media planning and buying, website development, search engine marketing and comprehensive marketing strategy.

We pride ourselves on building long-term client relationships, delivering exceptional service and combining creative thinking with strategic execution. Our team works collaboratively to develop customized marketing solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.

As our agency continues to grow, we are expanding our in-house digital capabilities and looking for talented, motivated professionals who are passionate about their work, take pride in delivering quality results and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced agency environment.

At Coastal Carolinas Marketing, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, contribute your ideas and play an important role in the continued growth and success of our agency.

Position Summary Coastal Carolinas Marketing is seeking an experienced, creative, and detail-oriented Senior Graphic Designer to join our team. This individual will be responsible for developing high-quality creative work for a diverse range of clients and industries, with a strong emphasis on graphic design, branding, and website design.

The ideal candidate has a strong design portfolio, excellent visual and conceptual skills, and experience taking projects from initial concept through final production. Website design experience is essential, as this position will support a growing number of website design projects and work closely with our web development team to bring those designs to life.

We are looking for someone with at least 4–5 years of professional design experience who can manage multiple projects, work independently, collaborate with team members, and consistently deliver creative solutions that meet client objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Design Principles:

• Develop creative concepts and designs for a wide variety of client projects.
• Design brochures, direct mail pieces, print advertisements, sales materials, presentations, flyers, signage, promotional materials, and other marketing collateral.
• Develop logos, visual identities, brand guidelines, and supporting brand elements.
• Apply strong design principles, typography, color, layout, and imagery to create cohesive and effective visual communications.
• Adapt designs to reflect different client brands, audiences, industries, and marketing objectives.
• Prepare files for print production and ensure all materials meet required specifications.
• Review creative work for accuracy, consistency, quality, and attention to detail.

UI/UX:

• Design visually compelling, user-friendly websites that reflect each client's brand and objectives.
• Develop website layouts, page designs, navigation concepts, and visual elements that create a consistent and engaging user experience.
• Create website mockups, page concepts, and design presentations for client review.
• Design responsive layouts that work effectively across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• Collaborate with web developers to ensure designs are implemented accurately and function as intended.
• Evaluate existing websites and recommend improvements to layout, visual appeal, usability, and organization.
• Maintain consistency between website design, brand standards, and other client marketing materials.
• Stay current with website design trends, user experience principles, and emerging design tools.

Project Management:

• Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
• Work with account managers and other team members to understand project objectives, creative direction, timelines, and client expectations.
• Interpret creative briefs and client feedback, translating ideas into effective design solutions.
• Present creative concepts and explain design recommendations when needed.
• Incorporate feedback and revisions efficiently while maintaining the quality and integrity of the work.
• Communicate project progress, timelines, and potential challenges to the appropriate team members.
• Take ownership of assignments and move projects forward with minimal supervision.
• Ensure all creative materials meet agency standards and client requirements.
• Maintain organized design files, artwork, and project assets.
• Help maintain consistent branding across client materials and projects.
• Contribute new ideas and creative approaches that strengthen the agency's work.
• Provide creative guidance and support to other team members as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4–5 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in a marketing or advertising agency.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design, branding, print design, and website design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Demonstrated experience designing websites, including page layouts, navigation, responsive design, and user experience.
• Familiarity with WordPress and website content management systems.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, composition, visual hierarchy, and brand consistency.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and work in a fast-paced agency environment.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• A proactive attitude, creative problem-solving abilities, and pride in producing high-quality work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing websites for multiple clients and industries.
• Familiarity with website design and page-building tools used in WordPress.
• Working knowledge of Figma for creating and editing design mockups and web layouts.
• Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS.
• Understanding of website usability, accessibility, and responsive design best practices.
• Experience preparing artwork for professional print production.
• Ability to present creative concepts and communicate design rationale to clients or internal teams.

We are looking for a talented designer who combines creativity, technical skill, and sound judgment.

The right candidate understands that great design is about more than appearance; it is about communicating clearly, strengthening brands, and helping clients achieve their goals.

This person should be comfortable handling a variety of creative assignments, particularly website and graphic design projects, while balancing deadlines and maintaining high standards. We value someone who brings fresh ideas, takes initiative, works well with others, and can be counted on to deliver thoughtful, polished work for our clients.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Paid time off and company-observed holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• A collaborative, supportive work environment with opportunities to contribute to the growth and development of our expanding digital department
• Flexible hybrid work schedule

Recommended Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 annually, depending on experience